Freight Handler Lead

CrossCountry Freight Solutions; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Biweekly Pay

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions is seeking a Freight Handler Lead in Eagan, MN, to lead daily warehouse functions with a safety-first mindset and clear communication. The role requires accountability, team leadership, and hands-on involvement in loading, unloading, and dock coordination.

The position operates on a Monday-Friday 12am–8am shift, reports to the Operations Supervisor, and offers non-exempt, full-time status with benefits and Biweekly Pay.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 90 pounds.
• Previous forklift experience preferred.
• Previous supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment skills assessment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all team members are on time and ready for work.
• Inspect the dock to ensure a clean and safe work environment.
• Coordinate dock operations with dispatch.
• Meet with Operations Supervisors for daily assignments.
• Assist with loading and unloading a wide variety of freight.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Forklift experience

Team leadership

Job description

Company Overview

CrossCountry Freight Solutions (CCFS) is an exceptional company with a mission to achieve universal prosperity with our Customers, Company, Team Members, & Communities. We use the latest technology to provide quality service and on-time delivery to our customers. CCFS provides direct service throughout the Western and Central United States. We look forward to having you Hitch on and Prosper with us!

Job Title

Freight Handler Lead

Department

Eagan MN

Job Status

Non-Exempt

Compensation

$25/hr

Direct Reports

No

Shift

Monday-Friday, (12am-8am)

Reports To

Operations Supervisor

Location

Eagan, MN

Job Summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions is looking for a Freight Handler Lead that has a safety-first mindset and effective communications skills. This role requires leading by example, taking accountability for your team, and having the capacity to complete daily warehouse duties. Advance your leadership career today with CCFS!

Essential Job Duties

• Ensure all team members are on time and ready for work.
• Inspect the dock to make sure it is a clean and safe work environment.
• Coordinate dock operations with dispatch.
• Meet with Operations Supervisors for daily assignments.
• Assist with loading and unloading a wide variety of freight.

Job Specifications

Skills & Knowledge

• At least 18 years of age
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds
• Previous forklift experience – preferred
• Previous supervisory or management experience - preferred
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment skills assessment

Physical Demands

• Must be able to perform frequent squatting and crouching to handle freight
• Must be able to safely maneuver freight/pallets weighing up to 2,500 pounds onto a dolly or cart with a force of up to 130 pounds with mechanical aid in various environments/conditions.
• Must be able to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet.
• Must be able to help load and unload full trailers of freight weighing up to 45,000 pounds with mechanical aid.
• Must be able to open and close cargo doors and to climb into and out of vehicles.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• PTO, Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Wellness Time Off
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Biweekly Pay

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